Tender

Sports Physiotherapy Services

UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

04 Jun 2026 at 10:26

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

30 Mar 2026 at 12:47

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Portsmouth, a sub-central government public authority, is currently active in the tender stage for procuring "Sports Physiotherapy Services." This open competition aims to support the university's sport and wellbeing initiatives. The primary focus is on student-athlete health and wellbeing, including injury prevention and rehabilitation. The location for service delivery spans various regions across the United Kingdom, from UKC through to UKK. Interested parties must express interest and submit their proposals by 6th July 2026, with the inquiry period closing on 22nd June 2026. The contract value is estimated at £285,000 gross, and the services are set to commence on 2nd September 2026, under a three-year contract potentially extendable by two additional twelve-month periods.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in physiotherapy services, particularly those experienced in sports and education environments. The open procurement method provides an accessible platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This project could benefit businesses with capabilities in integrating holistic care models tailored to meet the unique demands of student-athletes, including addressing academic pressures and dual career commitments. By participating, businesses can expand their portfolio and establish a foothold in the academic sports sector, fostering potential for team expansion and service innovation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sports Physiotherapy Services

Notice Description

The University of Portsmouth has a requirement for delivery of an integrated physiotherapy service supporting university sport and wellbeing at the University. The purpose of this contract is to provide a high-quality physiotherapy service that supports: * Student-athlete health, wellbeing and performance * Injury prevention, rehabilitation and return-to-play * A holistic, relationship-led approach to care. The service must operate in a way that recognises the unique demands of university support including academic pressures, dual career commitments and student wellbeing needs.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x 12 month optional extensions that can be utilised at the discretion of the University.

Planning Information

The University is using the InTend eSourcing Portal for this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise. Please use the link below to register and express an interest to view the documents with further details of this engagement. If you have any queries regarding the questionnaire or this Exercise please send us your enquiry using intend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/port/aspx/Home Submission of your completed questionnaire together with any supporting documents must be returned via InTend electronically. If you have difficulties accessing In-Tend, please email procurement@port.ac.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0677d6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052692-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85142100 - Physiotherapy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£237,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£237,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 1 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2EG
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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